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For the journey of life is forging new trails unknown
Leading down paths toward that final Light home
Previously joined in the Spirit, it is those whom we seek
To walk together again ‘till a fork we may reach

Then part, ah! we must! For the great tide has turned
In the distance a calling, stoking embers that burn
To chase new horizons and seek a new glory
Time that is now becomes future’s new story

We walk separate roads once more, for a while
Memories and remembrances keep us warm through the miles
Take quiet! Find joy in this friendship that spans
Across ice cold blue waters into far distant lands

For now I must sail on a ship of my own
With heavy heart leave from this place I have grown
I send prayers of good tidings across the great wind
And say you, Farewell! We shall meet again!

© 2007 DG Buckley